Provides comfortable and secure immobilization of the elbow fixed at 90º.
Indicated for trauma stabilization, fractures of the elbow, distal humerus or proximal ulna fractures and chronic olecranon bursitis.
Constructed of foam laminated to pressure sensitive fabric with three rigid stays and bursa pad.
Remove medial/lateral stays and open all straps.
Identify longer portion of brace and place forearm into unit, making sure elbow is seated firmly onto elbow pad.
NOTE: elbow pad is removable if desired.
Grasp sides of shorter portion of brace and wrap around bicep area. Use small hook tab to assist in closure.
NOTE: excess material may be trimmed at this time.
Grasp side of longer portion of brace and wrap-around forearm area. Use small hook tab to assist in closures.
NOTE: excess material may be trimmed at this time.
Place lateral 90 DEG stay assembly on brace, making sure stay falls at midline of arm.
Place medial 90 DEG stay assembly on brace, making sure stay falls at midline of arm.
Beginning with most distal strap, wrap contact closure around arm and secure. Then continue distal to proximal to secure all four straps.
Adjust straps to desired tension level, using caution not to overtighten.